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Coventry
With its accessible location in the heart of the West Midlands and a growing portfolio of top-class venues, Coventry is giving nearby Birmingham a run for its money when it comes to meetings and events.
“Take a tour of the Sheikh Zayed Mosque, one of the largest in the world. It's one of the most worthwhile cultural experiences in Abu Dhabi and visitors will be given the chance to gain a unique insight into the religion and culture of
Zayed Mosque is open for of Lady Godiva – who, according to
guided educational tours on horseback in protest
high
11.30am from Sunday to Thursday”
legend, rode through the city naked commencing at 10atm to
taxes – and the virtual flattening of the city during the bombing raids of World War II. It was Coventry’s industrial heritage that made it an important target, but its burgeoning motor industry continued to enjoy the highs and lows of the 20th century with the likes of Rover and Jaguar based in the city. Today, Coventry’s two universities and an internationally recognised business school are among the major employers, while a number of regeneration projects include
ANGELA BATES TRADE PROMOTIONS SENIOR EXECUTIVE, ABU DHABI TOURISM AUTHORITY
Belgrade Plaza where multimillion pound improvements to the Belgrade Theatre will be
complemented by two new hotels.
Coventry is probably best known for the Emirates. The Sheikh two things: the 11th century exploits
Wow Factor Coombe Abbey
Address: Brinklow Road, Binley, West Midlands CV3 2AB Tel: 02476 450450 See:
www.coombeabbey.com Originally a 12th century Cistercian Abbey, the Coombe Abbey Hotel is set within 500 acres of parkland a few miles from the M1 and M6 and now boasts a fine dining restaurant and 119 guestrooms and ten meeting rooms with capacity ranging from eight to 180 delegates. The two largest rooms are The High Court, which has its own bar, and the flexible Centre Court which has a large adjoining lounge. Together these are called the Courthouse, a self-contained conference suite with space for separate exhibition areas. All rooms have free wireless access, cabled internet and telephone points.
Quirky Venue Coventry Transport Museum
Address: Millennium Place, Hales St., Coventry CV1 1JD Tel: 02476 234270 See:
www.transport-museum.com One of the world’s biggest transport museums, this venue is set in the heart of Coventry. The five modern meeting rooms cater for ten to 300 guests and a full- day delegate package is from £30 per person including refreshments, buffet, AV equipment, wifi access and entry into the museum. The Starley and
Bettmann suites are flexible spaces with natural daylight and, together with the Mezzanine Balcony, make up a conference suite in the midst of the museum. There’s also the Swift Centre – best for training events – and the adaptable Ariel Gallery, the largest event space at the museum, with drive-in access and 7.7metre ceilings.
New Kid on the Block The Welcome Centre
Address: 47 Parkside, Coventry CV1 2HG Tel: 02476 226064 See:
www.thewelcomecentre.co.uk The Welcome Centre is a modern purpose-built conference centre catering for up to 650 delegates. It is located a five-minute walk from the city centre and has onsite parking. The five flexible meeting rooms work in a variety of layouts and feature natural daylight, air conditioning and wifi access. The largest space is the Grace Room, which caters for 650 people in a theatre arrangement and 300 cabaret-style. Also available are the Inspire Room for up to 200 delegates, the Elegance Room for up to 65 and the Serenity Room for up to 100 guests. The Amy Room is ideal for interviews and training for groups of 15-20 delegates in a theatre or boardroom style. The venue also offers a range of onsite catering options including buffet menus and specialist diets.
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